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What’s Causing Pain In The Ball Of My Big Toe?

Are you dealing with pain and discomfort in the ball of your big toe? If so, you may be dealing with a condition known as sesamoiditis, which involves an issue with the sesamoid bones in your foot. These tiny bones are connected to muscles by

August 23, 2022
Ankle Surgery

Why Won’t My Sprained Ankle Heal?

In the grand scheme of things, a sprained ankle is far from the most serious injury a person can suffer. That being said, a sprained ankle is one of the more common conditions whose symptoms can linger a lot longer than you’d normally expect. Even

August 16, 2022
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Feet

Don’t Put Off Treating These 4 Foot Conditions

We use our feet every day, so if we ignore an issue with our feet and it snowballs into a major problem, every step you take may soon be painful. And while it’s true that some minor foot conditions can be handled at home without

August 3, 2022

Why You Should Consider A Custom Foot Orthotic

Custom orthopedic inserts can do wonders for your feet and get you back to walking without pain. If you’re still on the fence as to whether you should go with a generic insert or have one custom-fitted to your foot, this blog is for you.

July 26, 2022

How To Care For A Broken Toe

Dropping a heavy object on your toe or stubbing it against the kitchen counter can be very painful, and it can even lead to a fracture of one of the small bones in our toes. A broken toe can make walking difficult and painful, and

July 20, 2022
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Feet

5 Tips To Prevent Foot Injuries During The Summer

Summer is in full swing, and while the warm weather can allow us to partake in some fun seasonal activities, summer can also be hard on your feet if you’re not careful. We want you to be active this summer to help keep your feet

July 13, 2022

The Benefits of Ankle Fusion Surgery

An ankle fusion procedure can help treat a number of different underlying problems in your foot by limiting mobility in the joint. Normally it’s helpful to have some flexibility and mobility in our joints, but when the protective cartilage that helps to facilitate this movement

July 6, 2022
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Feet

How To Treat Arthritis Of The Big Toe

Arthritis is a degenerative condition that can affect any joint in the body, and while much of the attention oftentimes gets focused on how it affects larger joints like the hip or knee, arthritis can also cause problems in smaller joints, like in our feet.

June 29, 2022
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Feet

Is There A Problem With My Foot Cast?

A foot cast is a wonderful tool that helps to protect an area so that healing can run its course. However, if an issue develops with your cast or the area it’s protecting, your foot and ankle surgeon may need to readdress the area to

June 22, 2022

5 Common Signs Of Ligament Loosening After An Ankle Sprain

Ligaments on both sides of your ankle help to stabilize the joint with every step you take, and when we suffer an ankle sprain, these ligaments can be overstretched and torn. If the sprain is severe or you don’t follow the right treatment plan after

June 15, 2022

4 Foot Problems Caused By High Heels

High heels are certainly fashionable, but anyone who has worn heels for an extended period of time knows just how uncomfortable they can be on your feet. You may think that as long as you can handle discomfort, you’re not worse off when the night

June 5, 2022